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Dela is certainly poised to be a leading trend setter and leader in the world of afro-soul. This gifted singer, songwriter and performing artist started performing at 7 years of age and continued singing through Primary and High School.

Having performed for a while as a backup singer for some of the leading musicians in Kenya, she branched out into her solo career in 2009. Dela’s sound is an edgy soulful mix of Afro, Neo-Soul, Reggae and Hiphop.

You may have already seen her at various notable concerts this year such the “Sawa Sawa Festival”, “WAPI”, “Love is” & ‘Blankets & Wine VIII’ as a solo artiste. Early this year she signed to Penya Africa, where she is currently working on her debut solo album due in November 2009.

Winyo is a singer and songwriter of great sensitivity and he also plays the guitar, backed by his 4 piece band of accomplished musicians.
Winyo derives his music and musical strength from his fore fathers whose African music was rich in melody and traditional harmonies.
His musical style ranges from traditional Luo melodies infused with witty story lines, afro fusion and afro jazz, to a contemporary interpretation of Benga, transformed into an authentic acoustic sound. His powerful yet mellow vocals are the icing on the cake that makes listening to Winyo, an almost heavenly experience.

Winyo sings in his paternal language of Dholuo, Swahili and English. His stories address a myriad of social issues ranging from the plight of homeless children to courtship and love stories.
A special edition of Winyo’s debut CD as a solo artist titled Benga Blues, was released in Europe as an EP while he was on a tour that saw him perform in Germany, Italy, Romania, and France. The CD was well received and will be officially launched in Kenya and internationally in 2013.

Listen to Winyo here:

http://www.ketebulmusic.org/artist/winyo/